French auction house offering fake Omega crystal ball

It is sad to see French auction house Alexandre Landre offering the following as
"OMEGA. PENDULETTE D'OFFICIER” in their auction on 31 October:



These fakes are to be found everywhere (they are currently available on eBay) and have nothing to do with Omega.

I appreciate that auctioneers Alexandre Landre may not be watch specialists and might (possibly!) have been led to believe that the watch is genuine (as genuine as a Renault with a Ferrari badge on the back). I contacted the auction house with all the information necessary for them to understand how they are exposing themselves to ridicule - and I have telephoned twice - so far with no effect.

There are many threads on this website that refer to these fakes.
Just in case you are not aware, I recommend that you do not consider this watch as a genuine item - it hasn’t been near any officer!
And in view of their poor response, Alexandre Landre should perhaps be of concern.

As always, caveat emptor!

I am not familiar with Alexandre Landre, but, any reputable auction house should do their diligent research, especially once notified of a suspicious item in their sale and provided with supporting documents. I, unfortunately, believe, especially among lesser known firms, that this is a common practice and the auction houses abide by the rule... buyer beware.

For example, Sotheby's, it appears does, try to avoid selling fakes, and if they do sell a fake in error, they will take the necessary steps to resolve the matter, of course, my example involves art not watches. Also this quote from their website, is a bit disconcerting...
"Please also note that Sotheby's does not authenticate objects or artworks submitted"

Links: https://news.artnet.com/art-world/seller-must-repay-sothebys-fake-old-master-1391008

https://www.sothebys.com/en/articles/fakes-forgeries-and-the-experts-who-spot-them

https://www.ablogtowatch.com/10-things-know-wrist-watch-auctions/